Christ Church Chronicle 6-5-22

June 5, 2022

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OUR PARISH MISSION

Christ Church exists to show everyone God loves them unconditionally.

We do that by EXPERIENCING, EMBRACING, AND EXTENDING

God's love.

There are three ways to give to the mission of Christ Church:

you can mail in your pledge, give online, or text GIVE to (850) 403-6673.

We experience God's love (Worship)

Sunday 10:30 AM service streamed on Facebook Live or YouTube

Click here to listen to last week's sermon.

**An email is sent on Saturdays with links for Sunday worship and Christian Education.

In-Person services on Sunday at 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM (masks welcome)

In-Person service on Wednesday at 12:00 PM (masks welcome)

We embrace God's love (Study/Formation)

Living the Resurrection

Sundays, 9:15 AM ~ Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here

Meeting ID: 878 4884 3240 Password: 510649

Eugene Peterson, in the section titled "Resurrection Friends" of his book, writes that resurrection is "a personal and relational kind of knowing." An experience of resurrection happens only in relationship with God and other humans. How this relationship is experienced and revealed will be the subject for class discussion this Sunday at 9:15 AM in Room 31 of the Education Building or through a Zoom link. All the class conversations are designed to stimulate thought and deepen Christian discipleship even if you have not read the book.

We extend the love of God (Outreach/Parishioner Support)

Summer of Service:

Volunteers Needed for Camp Happy Sands June 30

After a two-year hiatus, Camp Happy Sands is back! We are signed up to serve lunch to the campers on Thursday, June 30. June Linke and Mia Jerrems have graciously agreed to arrange for food pick-up and delivery, but we will need a few folks to help serve. Volunteers simply need to be at the camp (close to Perdido Key) by 11:15 AM ready for a fun time with some wonderful campers! If you are interested or would like more information, please email Honey Harris. For more information on Camp Happy Sands, check out their website: https://www.camphappysands.com

Bridging the Gap

Our neighbors without homes are in great need of new or used clothes (especially men’s), socks, washcloths, and toiletries – including bars of soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, disposable razors, hand sanitizer, and hand cream. Donations can be left in the boxes labeled 'Bridging the Gap' in the back hallway of the church offices. Please click here for more information on how to help.

HAPPENINGS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Membership Matters Class

Sunday, June 5

Choral Evensong

Sunday, June 12

Vacation Bible School

June 13-16

PARISH DIRECTORY INFORMATION RELEASE

Christ Church is currently in the process of printing a new parish directory. Please update your contact information by completing this form. One per family, please! Thank you for your feedback!

MEMBERSHIP MATTERS CLASS

Sunday, June 5 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parlor

Father Michael will be leading a class for new members and anyone who wants to learn more about our church. The class will be held in the Parlor on Sunday, June 5 at 9:30 AM. Childcare will be provided.

CHORAL EVENSONG

Sunday, June 12 ~ 5:00 PM

On Trinity Sunday, 12 June, at 5:00 PM, the Christ Church Choir will offer Choral Evensong, one of the oldest and most beautiful liturgies in the Anglican tradition. Works will include the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in B-flat by Charles Villiers Stanford, “O thou, the central orb” by Charles Wood, “Abendlied” by Josef Gabriel Rheinberger, Anglican Chant, and hymns. Please join us as we close the day with scripture, prayer, and music – and bring a friend!

Save the date!

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL ~ June 13-16 ~ 8:30-11:30 AM

For more information and to sign up, click here.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR VBS!

Christ Church's Vacation Bible School starts Monday, June 13. Monday through Thursday, June 16, from 8:30-11:30 AM, rising Kinder through rising 5th graders will hear Old and New Testament stories and explore all the corners of Christ Church through crafts, science, sports, music, and snack stations. Help is needed preparing for our explorers in the weeks leading up to VBS. Station and small group leaders to escort the various age groups are needed. Volunteers with infant and preschool children are provided *free* childcare in the church nurseries during VBS. Thank you for your help in making this week memorable for our explorers! If you are interested in helping, contact Victoria.

SUMMER OF SERVICE:

Volunteers Needed for Camp Happy Sands June 30

YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)

Volunteering at Loaves & Fishes

Today, Tuesday, May 31 ~ 6:00 PM

All young adults are invited to participate as we support Loaves & Fishes.

Contact Rev. Katie for more information.

Romans Bible Study

Beginning Tuesday, June 7 ~ 6:00 PM ~ Odd Colony Brewing

All young adults are invited to meet on Tuesdays

at Odd Colony Brewing Company (260 N. Palafox) at 6:00 PM.

Each week, we will be reading a chapter from Jay Sidebotham’s Conversations with Scripture: Romans (https://www.amazon.com/Conversations-Scripture-Anglician-Association-Biblical/dp/0819229911/) to guide us in our study of Romans.

EPIC BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, June 1 ~ 3:00 PM ~ Parlor

The Epic Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 PM in the Parlor. The June book discussion will be Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. Please click here to be added to the email list for updates, and/or join our Facebook group (EPIC Bookclub of Christ Episcopal Church).

ROBINSON SCHOLARSHIP

The Robinson Scholarship is a perpetual scholarship fund established at Christ Church in loving memory of Judge Grover C. Robinson, Jr., and his granddaughter, Miss Lowrey E. Robinson. This fund was established to financially assist those students who have been active in the EYC and/or the Acolyte Corps in obtaining post-secondary education. The application is available here and should be returned to Kelly Heindl in the Parish Office by Monday, June 6.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES SUMMER

SUNDAY SCHEDULE

8:00 AM – The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old.

10:30 AM – Children are always welcome during service at Christ Church. A "Kid's Korner" with books, quiet activities, and art has been created for you to use at the entrance on Wright Street. During the service, children will leave prior to the sermon for their own lesson and return at the passing of the peace. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old.

STAY CONNECTED WITH

CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY!

Children and Family Ministry (CFM) has two ways to keep our families connected with Christ Church during the week. CFM is on Instagram, @cckidspensacola, and shares what is happening on Sunday mornings & ideas for how to keep faithful conversations happening during the week. CFM also has a bite-sized weekly email with the "5 Things" our families need to know for the week – Sunday reminders, save the dates, and more. Would you like to be added? Email Victoria to be added to the list!

ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING:

Living the Resurrection

Sundays ~ 9:15 AM

Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here

Meeting ID: 878 4884 3240 Password: 510649

PENTECOST MORNING OF SILENCE

AT CHRIST CHURCH

A Contemplative Outreach of Pensacola Offering

Saturday, June 4 ~ 10:00-11:30 AM ~ Chapel

When the day of Pentecost had come,

they were all together in one place. Acts 2:1

Come. Be silent. Let the Holy Spirit awaken your heart to God’s love and empowerment, to His promise that you will never be alone. Your presence, your intention, and your silence affirm the practice of Centering Prayer and deepen the experience for all. Our morning rhythm will include two Centering Prayer periods, Noonday Prayer with a Meditation, and a Contemplative Walk in the sanctuary. Seating in the Chapel is limited. To reserve a chair, please register at centeringprayerpensacola.com. If you have questions or concerns, contact Carol Lewis, registrar at copensacola17@gmail.com.

J.U.S.T. PENSACOLA IN-PERSON CELEBRATION ~ Monday, June 13

J.U.S.T. Pensacola clergy, team, and Nehemiah members are invited to join the in-person celebration on Monday, June 13. More information to follow. The assembly report from the May 2 meeting can be found here.

UKRAINE

As we continue to witness the devastation and havoc in Ukraine, we are mindful of Christ’s continual call to extend God’s unconditional love – including in areas far from Pensacola. One way is that we uphold all those who are suffering in prayer. We pray for God to watch over the people of Ukraine and those directly ministering to them in this time. We also pray for peace, for leaders of all nations, and for people in Russia and surrounding countries. Included below is the Prayer for Peace we have been praying to help guide you in prayer; and then two Diocesan recommended ways to reach out our hands in love to those in need.

Prayer for Peace in Ukraine and All Places

Lord God Almighty – Prince of Peace – in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: hear our prayer for our brothers and sisters who are suffering in conflicts around the world, but especially this day for those in Ukraine. Bring quickly an end to the current warfare and help those who are able find a way to peace in that land. And we pray for those who have died, and those who love them – and for those who have suffered injury and loss – and those who will care for them. And finally, gracious God – we pray for ourselves: that we may find compassion in our hearts and generosity in our spirits to aid those who are suffering in Ukraine and in every country where conflict and deprivation offend the human dignity we hold so dear in our own baptism. All this we ask in the name of our Lord Jesus. Amen.

Ways to Help:

The Diocese has recommended partnering with Episcopal Relief and Development, which is actively engaged in providing crisis relief of supplies and humanitarian assistance to the hurting people of Ukraine. Christ Church supports Episcopal Relief and Development broadly through our March Madness outreach. To support the Ukraine Crisis Response directly, you can write a check made payable to Christ Church with ERD – Ukraine Crisis written in the memo line.
The Diocesan Commission on World Mission Engagement has partnered with Blessings International to provide medical supplies for those in need with war-inflicted injuries in Ukraine. Checks may be made out to Blessings International with Ukraine Medications in the memo line and sent to The Rev. Clelia Pinza-Garrity, St. Simon’s Church, 28 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Ft. Walton Beach, 32548.

EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY NEWS

Have a safe and happy summer!!!

ALTAR FLOWER DEDICATIONS

Each week our worship service is enhanced with beautiful fresh flowers. After the Sunday services, the altar flower arrangements are reworked into smaller arrangements. These arrangements are delivered to members of our parish family that are unable to attend a Sunday service. The altar flowers are a memorial, a thanksgiving for an anniversary, a birthday, a new birth, or a thanksgiving for God's blessings. The donation is listed in the weekly bulletin. Forms to participate in this ministry are available here and on the information table in the Parish Office.

CARE IN COMMUNITY

Christ Church is here for you. There are many ministries to love and support the people who are the church. If you are interested in assisting with staying connected to our church family, please email Rev. Katie or call her at the Parish Office, 850-432-5115. It is easy to feel alone or disconnected, so reach out to one of the priests or someone at the church to say hello. Contact Rev. Katie if you or anyone you know has any needs. If you have a pastoral emergency, please call our pastoral care emergency line to speak directly with one of the priests: (850) 462-5137.

BIRTHDAYS & WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

FOR THE PARISH FAMILY

We would like to give thanks for these special days and to add your name to the published prayer list in the Chronicle. Please print your name on the calendar on the information table in the Parish Office foyer. The calendar is checked weekly before the prayer list goes to print.

PRAYERS FOR OUR PARISH FAMILY

I. For Those in Need. Including the poor, the unemployed, the lonely, the hungry, the homeless, the abused, the sick and dying, and those who grieve. For those suffering in body, mind, or spirit—including Members: Leonora Edwards, Susan Martin, Joel Maddox, Nancy Stafford, Bruce & Meg Melvin, Laura Wolfersperger, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Kaitrin Aldridge, Kate, Christine Wade, Jonathan Edwards, Cindy Massey, Gary Lincoln, Susan Nadeau, Andrea Schymanski, Louis Vallet, Audrey, Rebecca, Kelly Currin, Dylan Sims, Raider Byrd, Rob Wilmer.

II. For Those in the Armed Forces, especially—Erik Barton, Mike Bescera, Stewart Bova, Danica Roark Domokos, Sam Gaston, Robert Geiger, Mitchell Harless, William Harper, Harry B. Harris, Benjamin Jensen, Joshua Justin, Art Lantigua, Hillary Leonard, Ben Mathis, Kathryn Martin, Sean McAbee, Gavin Harris Patterson, Kyle Roberson, Peter Shelton, Evan Valdyke, Wesley Valdyke, Jake Willstatter; and all those who serve this nation in harm’s way.

III. For All who have Died. May their souls and the souls of all the departed rest in peace—Nick Chiarito.

IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays and anniversaries—Julia & Donald McShan.

To submit a prayer request, email prayer-request@christ-church.net and let us know if this is for the public prayer list or for our confidential intercessory prayer list. You may also fill out the prayer request form online at our website (found on the Pastoral Care page under “Ministries”). All published prayer requests on this list also go on the confidential intercessory prayer list. Please note that names remain on the prayer list for 4 weeks and on our confidential intercessory prayer list until you ask to be removed. Please resubmit your request if you or a loved one needs to remain on the list. This helps keep our prayers current. Names in bold print indicate new additions to the prayer list.